Crash slows traffic on I-44
A motorcycle crash near Mile Marker 58 on I-44 between Mount Vernon and Halltown has caused traffic delays for anyone traveling to Springfield from Joplin, with the wreck expected to be cleared by 2:00 p.m.
Jolly Roger the puppy stole midday from SWH
Jolly Roger is a 2 month old Austrailian Cattle Dog mix available at the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri. He is one of five puppies that were dropped at SWH, and one has been adopted as of Friday, January 16. See the video above for more information about Jolly Roger, and visit their website for […]
Man charged with murder of Amazon driver to face trial
A judge has determined there is enough evidence to go to trial against Thomas Coy, who is charged with first-degree murder and armed criminal action for the shooting death of Amazon delivery driver Jasmine Taylor.
Chadwick Flyer Trail to open this spring
Soon bicyclists and pedestrians will be able to safely walk and pedal from the edge of Ozark near Olde World Estates and Tracker Marine, all the way downtown to the Finley River. Ozark Public Works Director Jeremy Parsons told KSMU the final phases of the Chadwick Flyer trail are well...
New dietary guidelines emphasize protein, healthy fats
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The USDA released new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and local health experts are reviewing the changes. The USDA updates these guidelines every five years. The changes prioritize high-quality protein, healthy fats, and the avoidance of highly processed foods. Key recommendations include...
400+ unit apartment complex pursued by Northwest Arkansas builder
The west side of Springfield along Sunshine Street is seeing rapid development, with the new Target slowly taking shape and the first Dutch Bros. Coffee opening in the area. Now, an apartment complex could be the latest to join the lineup. Nearly 18 acres of undeveloped land is up to be rezoned for medium-density...
Dozens gather to question Christian County law enforcement about surveillance cameras
CHRISTIAN COUNTY, Mo. (KY3) - Dozens gathered in Christian County to question local law enforcement about surveillance cameras amid renewed concern over license plate readers following a Joplin officer investigation. A Joplin officer is under investigation for misusing the technology and is no longer with the...
Man proposes underwater during shark dive at Wonders of Wildlife
For most people, jumping in an aquarium full of sharks sounds neither enticing nor romantic, but for one couple from Michigan it was the perfect backdrop to signify the next step in their relationship — an engagement. David Balasa had planned a nearly week-long road trip across the Midwest with his girlfriend of two...
Health department cites 2 Springfield kitchens for out-of-date meat
Two Springfield kitchens had meat with use-by dates from December, according to inspection reports this past week from the Springfield-Greene County Health Department. Inspectors found a box of raw ground beef in the walk-in cooler with a use-by date of Dec. 11, 2025, at the Henderson Unit of the Boys & Girls Club,...
Police identify victim in deadly Springfield shooting on Thursday
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Police identified the victim of a deadly shooting in Springfield late Thursday night. On Jan. 15, at 11:51 p.m., Springfield police officers responded to the report of a shooting near the intersection of Kimbrough Avenue and Elm Street. Officers found Brandon Watt, 22, of Springfield, shot....
